Opera 101
What do you know about opera?
You probably know more about opera than you think you do.
After all, opera has influenced nearly all other forms of popular
entertainment—from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, and from
television commercials to classic cartoons. It’s hard to imagine
major motion pictures—from Star Wars to The Lord of the Rings—without
the Wagnerian, operatic sound of their passionate musical scores to
sweep you away.
When it comes to the ultimate sensory experience, nothing feeds
your ears, eyes, mind, and heart more than opera. Given today’s
multimedia-craving culture, no wonder this all-in-one performance
art continues to be popular. But before you run out to discover
the thrill of opera for yourself, it pays to do a little homework
first to enhance your knowledge and enjoyment of what you’re about
to see. Read on.